Serving 1,108 students in grades 6-8, Burns Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,108 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 65% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 61% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Burns Middle School serves the southeast part of Brandon, FL, encompassing an area of approximately 11.7 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the zone being about 3.8 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Burns Middle School's student population of 1,108 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 51 teachers has declined by 31% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,108 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Burns Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Burns Middle School is 0.69, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1016 out of 3662 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
52%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
4%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
31%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
12%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
44%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
9%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)35%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Burns Middle School's ranking?
Burns Middle School is ranked #1016 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Burns Middle School often compared to?
Burns Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mulrennan Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Burns Middle School?
1,108 students attend Burns Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Burns Middle School students are White, 31% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Black, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Burns Middle School?
Burns Middle School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Burns Middle School offer ?
Burns Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Burns Middle School part of?
Burns Middle School is part of Hillsborough School District.
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